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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Sanford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • Sanford police released video from a drive-by shooting that injured a 17-year-old girl with a head wound and another teen on Scott Drive on April 29, 2024—detectives said persons of interest have been identified and are continuing to pursue leads.  WKMG

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Luau 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon

    8:30 a.m. — Lake Beresford Park — Registration required — Race through a tropical course and vie for themed medals and best costume awards.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • We Them One's Comedy Tour

    7-8:30 p.m. — Addition Financial Arena — Tickets Available — Experience a night of laughter with top comedians like Mike Epps and Kountry Wayne.

    Sun, 5/11/25

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  • The Lion King

    7:30-9 p.m. — Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dazzling spectacle of a timeless Disney classic brought to life on stage.

    Tue, 5/13/25

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  • Spaceballs Screening

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ritz Theater/Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center — $5 at the door — Enjoy a humorous and irreverent twist set in a distant galaxy.

    Thu, 5/15/25

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  • OGC's Anniversary Concert

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ritz Theater/Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center — $30.50 - $37.50 — Enjoy a night of musical celebration at the OGC's Anniversary Concert.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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  • Young Guns - Country Music Tribute

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Ritz Theater/Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Enjoy an exciting and danceable tribute to the evolution of country music with Young Guns.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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  • Amazing Scavenger Hunt in Sanford

    12-9 p.m. — Downtown Sanford — Ticket purchase required — Explore historic landmarks and solve clues in a fun-filled scavenger hunt adventure.

    Mon, 5/19/25

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  • Open House at 2631 River Landing Drive

    10 a.m.-1 p.m. — 2631 River Landing Dr — $310,000 — Explore this beautifully maintained home in the heart of Sanford's Riverview community.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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  • Amazing Scavenger Hunt in Sanford

    12-9 p.m. — Downtown Sanford — Ticketed entry — Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt unraveling the hidden treasures and history of Sanford.

    Sun, 5/25/25

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  • Rauw Alejandro Concert

    8:00-9:30 PM — Kia Center — Tickets required — Experience a night of vibrant music with Rauw Alejandro's electrifying performance.

    Tue, 5/27/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.

~ Carl Jung

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